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Ixia is a coastal resort area on the island of Rhodes, a short way from Rhodes Town. UK couples and families pick it for its long beachfront, calm setting and the windier conditions that have made it popular with watersports fans.

It is a comfortable, well-organised base for a sunny week, close enough to the historic old town to dip in and out while keeping the beach as the main event.

Where to stay in Ixia

For this destination the Atlantica Princess Hotel is the option to know, a four-star beachfront hotel located in Ialysos on the island of Rhodes. Its position by the sea makes for an easy holiday routine, the sort of base where the beach and pool are never more than a short walk away.

Getting there and when to go

Rhodes is a reliable summer flight from the UK, with Ixia a short transfer from the airport. High summer is hot and busy with long sunny days, while May, June and September stay warm but quieter, which suits couples and anyone travelling outside the school holidays.

Beaches and resorts

The coast here is the pebbly Aegean style rather than soft sand, with clear water and a steady breeze that draws windsurfers and other watersports. The long beachfront and promenade give plenty of room to walk, and the calmer mornings are good for swimming before the wind picks up later in the day.

Food and things to do

Expect classic Greek cooking, with fresh fish, grilled meats and mezze, alongside familiar international choices. Watersports are a real feature thanks to the wind, and the nearby old town of Rhodes is an easy trip for those who want some history and atmosphere in the evenings.

Who it suits

Ixia suits couples and families who want a beach base with watersports and easy access to a historic town. If you need fine sand and a children's bucket-and-spade beach you may prefer elsewhere, but for an active, well-served resort it works well.

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